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FY17 MVU

2017 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

123,814 mi
Last recorded123,814 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY17 MVU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 123,814 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 123,811 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2025 117,691 miles

Front registration plate damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 117,691 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front registration plate damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 97,383 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 80,672 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 80,672 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 62,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 38,157 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 33,927 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres close to legal limits. o/s/f 2.5 mm........n/s/f 1.8mm.............n/s/r 2mm...............o/s/r 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 33,927 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres close to legal limits. o/s/f 2.5 mm........n/s/f 1.8mm.............n/s/r 2mm...............o/s/r 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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FY17 MVU is a 2017 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 48,661 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY17 MVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY17 MVU?

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What year was FY17 MVU registered?

FY17 MVU is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 28 March 2017.

Is FY17 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY17 MVU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY17 MVU have outstanding finance?

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